Today the Indianpolis Star listed Focus on Flute, part of the Faculty Artist Concert Series, as one of the "Weekend's Best Bets"!
The weekly column highlights promising arts and cultural events in Indianapolis, and it comes as no surprise this FACS concert would be included.
Faculty flutist Anne Reynolds teams with colleagues Ariana Kim (violin), Dennis McCafferty (cello) and Thomas Gerber (harpsichord) to present an eclectic evening featuring music of C.P.E. Bach, Mozart and Thea Musgrave. Dancer also Mariel Greenlee joins for a special apperance.
This free concert is on Monday, January 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the Christel DeHaan Fine Arts Center, Ruth Lilly Performance Hall.
Visit UIndy Arts to learn about other upcoming performances and events.
University of Indianapolis iLEAD (educational leadership) faculty are continuing to develop modules to enhance our students’ collaboration with school leaders to keep our curriculum current and relevant for our students as we prepare them to lead 21st century schools. These units and other course updates are an ongoing project supported by our graduate faculty, several adjunct faculty, a superintendent and principal-in-residence, the Friends of iLEAD cadre, and our students’ mentors. Our principal preparation program is growing and changing.
During Semester I – 2011, EDUC 605 (The Role of Data and Collaborative Inquiry in School Improvement) students in Cohort XI spent an entire Saturday class at Indianapolis Public Schools’ Harshman Middle School, meeting with the principal, Robert Guffin, faculty, and other stakeholders. In preparation for the activities, they read George Theoharis’ Disrupting Injustice: Principals Narrate the Strategies They Use to Improve Their Schools and Advance Social Justice, reviewed Harshman MS data on the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) Compass website, the Indiana Growth Model, Harshman’s School Quality Review Report and Spring 2011 ISTEP+ scores. Students prepared questions to ask teachers, parents, students, and stakeholders about the school improvement process. They conducted interviews and participated in a discussion seminar led by the principal. Goals of this activity included:
To understand a social justice theory of leadership
To realize the pragmatics and challenges of a change process
To become familiar with the IDOE Quality Review Audit and process
To apply the HPHP Readiness Model
To reflect on the moral obligations of leadership
The students in EDUC 605 were amazed at the work that Harshman faculty are doing for their students and community. Many of the students felt “re-energized” as a result of hearing Harshman teachers and leaders describe their mission of going above and beyond expectations.
The University of Indianapolis, or UIndy, is a comprehensive, independent, student-friendly institution located just minutes from a thriving city center. Our faculty and staff are committed to helping you become more effective in your daily work with students, to maximize your potential, and to prepare you for leadership. UIndy is distinguished by highly respected undergraduate programs in teacher education, communications, and the health sciences, nationally ranked graduate programs, and Centers of Excellence focusing on aging studies and education reform. Personal attention, small, interactive classes, and flexible programming are the rule rather than the exception.
Yesterday's NFC championship game revealed the NFL team for which UIndy will play host for Super Bowl 46. Serving as the practice site for the NFC champions, UIndy is proud to welcome the New York Giants to campus and excited to showcase culture in Indianapolis.
In anticipation of the big game, President Beverly Pitts will present the provost lecture "What I Learned From Football" at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 25 in the Christel DeHaan Fine Arts Center Ruth Lilly Performance Hall.
We find ourselves juggling many priorities with work and life responsibilities. Have you been looking for a balance? Attend the Leadership Development Seminar on March 8, 2012, at the University of Indianapolis. UIndy's Institute for Leadership and Professional Development is presenting:
Leadership and Balance from a Woman's Point of View
Linda Rendleman, award-winning author, speaker, and founder of Business Women Connect, Inc. presents this timely topic.
March 8, 2012 8:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. University of Indianapolis
Just $69 for this program which includes discussion, assessments, networking, materials, and certificate of completion. Register 3 or more and save 10%.
Women strive for balance in work and life commitments. As a woman, you have innate strengths that when recognized and utilized, make you an excellent leader. Recognize your feminine strengths of collaboration, communication and resilience and learn how to put them to use for effective leadership.
Register by phone: 317-791-5716 or email: maym@uindy.edu
UIndy honored Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on January 15 by hosting its annual MLK, Jr. Day Celebration. This year's keynote speaker, Murvin Enders, encouraged students to take necessary actions to ensure their own dreams become realities.
Enders, a University of Indianapolis trustee and graduate of our MBA program, has long been an Indianapolis civic leader, working to postively impact the lives of Indy's youth. Enders credits his faith and Dr. King's civil rights dreams as inspiration for his own life's work.
To read more about UIndy's celebration or Enders' keynote address, visit UIndy News.
When I began teaching at the University of Indianapolis in 1985, I could never have imagined in my wildest dreams that today, 27 years later, I would be: checking E-mail and responding to student question via a Smart phone, accessing some of the greatest lectures from some of the most prominent experts in the world via the Internet, teaching Online classes with students from all over the world from the comfort of my home, talking and actually seeing students via Skype as we discuss class projects, or reading blogs and wikis as a way of keeping current in my field. I was even very surprised to find an updated version of the original Bloom’s taxonomy that incorporates the aspect of digital resources.
It was a real shocker to me when I started realizing that my classroom was filled with digital natives often referred to as the “net generation,” that were not even born when I began teaching at UIndy. This was a wake-up call that led me to delve into the technological tools that can adequately meet the needs of today’s students. I have always liked to utilize creative and authentic strategies to enhance student learning, satisfaction and outcomes. I have found that I can incorporate these new technologies into my teaching to make the content come alive.
To this end, I utilize a plethora of Web 2.0 tools in my teaching. I have had the great fortune to be able to attend and be a part of the yearly “Technology Camps” sponsored by UIndy. At camp I have learned about many cool Web 2.0 tools that I would highly recommend: collaboration tools (Google Docs, DropBox, PB Works, VoiceThread), communication tools (Skype, Animoto) concept mapping tools (c-map, Inspiration), presentation tools (Prezi and PowerPoiont), aggregators (Netvibes) social bookmarking, virtual worlds (Extranormal, Second Life), Social bookmarking (Delicious, Diigo, lectures by experts (itunesU, teacher tube, You Tube), digital scrapbooking (Glogster), various iphone apps and more. Students are amazed at the plethora of sites to make learning more interactive, authentic, interesting, and just plain “fun.” I would encourage you to check out these great sites. Happy surfing.
The University of Indianapolis Institute for Leadership and Professional Development invites you to the first presentation in the Leadership Development Series for 2012. Tom Richardson, a professional business coach, certified mental performance consultant, longtime high school football coach, and Indiana's first "Mind of a Champion Coach" presents this timely seminar, Performance Intelligence: Power of the Mind on January 10, 2012, from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at UIndy. Learn how to perform your best when it matters by applying sports psychology to business and achieve positive results.
This half-day seminar will propel you to success in 2012. The cost is just $59. Send three or more and save 10%. This program includes instruction, workbook, networking and certificate of completion. Space is limited. To register call 317-788-3442 or email maym@uindy.edu. For more information, visit the SAL website, www.sal.uindy.edu/ilpd.php.
Have you made your new year's resolutions?Is completing a college degree on your list? The University of Indianapolis School for Adult Learning can help you keep this resolution. The accelerated evening degree program for adults 24 years of age or older is accepting applications for new students. To apply you must have a high school diploma or GED. Classes meet just one night per week for five weeks. You can choose to major in either Organizational Leadership or Liberal Studies.
To learn more about this program, come to the Information Night on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 from 5:30-12:30 in the School for Adult Learning Office, Esch Hall Room 103. If you can't make the Information Session, contact Admissions Advisor, Laurie Daeger, at 317-788-3442 or ldaeger@uindy.edu. For more information, check out the SAL website, www.sal.uindy.edu.
It's a new year and it's your time to go back to school.
Amanda is a first year student in the clinical psychology doctoral program at the University of Indianapolis. She was asked to write about her experiences in the doctoral program to date:
As I approach the end of my first semester as a graduate student in the PsyD program, I have been reflecting on the differences between what I had imagined grad school to be and the reality that I have experienced. For all of you that are applying to grad school and wondering what it is really like to be a grad student, I’ll give you the truth behind some of the myths that I had heard as an undergraduate student.
Myth #1: Grad school takes over your life.Truth: As a grad student, you will be studying and participating in various psychology-related activities much of the time. However, if you schedule in “me” time, then you will be able to find a balance. Making time for family and friends, exercise, and other leisure activities requires time management, but it will help you to alleviate some stress and ultimately focus better on your studies. If you are studying, find a friend to study with—having someone there with you makes studying a little easier and chatting with your friend is a perfect study break!
Myth #2: All you do in grad school is read, read, read… and then read some more.Truth: Honestly, sometimes I do feel like I spend most of my time with my books. However, you do eventually learn to prioritize, and then you can decide which readings need to be done thoroughly with notes and which can be skimmed so that you get the main points and can participate in class. Reading groups can be a great option to lighten the load. Divide the note-taking responsibility up amongst a few classmates so that you have more time to do other work or activities. Working together also creates a greater sense of community within your cohort.
Myth #3: The other graduate students are overly competitive and work against you.Truth: I had heard horror stories about students in other programs hiding books and journal articles in the library so that no one else could read them. I am happy to say that my cohort has been very supportive of each other and willing to provide help if ever needed. We realize that we are all in this together for the next few years, and it is comforting to know that I’m not alone in the process. All of the faculty and students that I have met at the University of Indianapolis have been nothing but kind and helpful. This program offers a supportive yet challenging environment for clinical training and provides many opportunities to gain experience and get involved in the field. As I round out my first semester, I am truly pleased with my decision to attend the University of Indianapolis doctoral program in psychology and look forward to the next semester!
Practicum experiences are an integral part of the training sequence in clinical psychology at the University of Indianapolis. Practicum placements include a variety of sites such as inpatient mental health units, partial hospitalization programs, community mental health centers, correctional facilities, outpatient clinics, residential treatment programs, and private practice. In these placements students gain supervised experience in clinical assessment and testing, psychotherapy with various types of patients, collaboration and consultation with interdisciplinary teams, program development and evaluation, treatment planning and case management, and other aspects of professional psychology. Clinical practicum placements and training are coordinated through the Director of Clinical Training. To encourage depth of training, year-long placements are provided that allow students to integrate assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in a single setting. The graduate psychology programs at the University of Indianapolis have more than 50 practicum sites available to select from, or students may work to develop another site and submit it for approval. All students in training at a practicum site participate concurrently in a weekly Professional Practice Seminar group at the University.
"It's a beautiful sight, we're happy tonight, walking in a winter wonderland."
Well, you may not be allowed to walk around during "A Christmas Celebration," but you'll feel like you're in a winter wonderland once inside the Christel DeHaan Fine Arts Center for UIndy's annual holiday concert.
Seasonal favorites will ring out in greeting as the university's hand bell ensembles provide pre-concert entertainment. The festive evening will continue with performances provided by a variety of the Department of Music's vocal and instrumental ensembles.
With a maximum ticket price of just $10, "A Christmas Celebration" is an affordable opportunity to enjoy culture in Indianapolis and get into the holiday spirit.
You have two chances to join in on the holiday cheer: Friday, Dec. 9 at 7:30 p.m. or Sunday, Dec. 11 at 4 p.m. Visit the Event Ticketing Center for additional ticket information.
Did you know that by filing your 2011 federal tax returns (student and parent) early you will save time when completing the 2012-13 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)? IRS Data Retrieval allows you to transfer your tax return information to the FAFSA making it unlikely that your application will be selected for verification. IRS Data Retrieval should be available beginning February 1, 2012.
IRS estimates that tax return data will be available for transfer to the FAFSA within 2 weeks of filing electronically or 6 to 8 weeks for families filing a paper return. It’s easy to make the transfer. You will be prompted to retrieve the tax information during the application process.
If filing your tax returns early isn’t an option, you can still estimate the income numbers, but you will be asked to obtain a tax transcript from the IRS to verify the data. The Department of Education no longer allows the university to collect a photocopy of your personal tax returns to verify your application. Whatever you decide to do, remember that the FAFSA filing deadline is March 10, 2012!
The focus of the doctoral degree in psychology and the psychology master's degree is to train students for the general, integrative practice of clinical psychology. Students develop capacities for thinking in a systematic and disciplined manner about clinical cases, theories, assessment, diagnosis, case conceptualization, intervention, problem solving and ethics. They learn to translate basic psychological science into clinical practice, judiciously consider various sources of data and weigh evidence from multiple sources, evaluate and modify beliefs based on evidence, be outcome-oriented and consider alternative viewpoints and perspectives. Scientific inquiry and research are viewed as improving critical thinking, and in the doctoral program the foundations of research design and statistics are well enough in place to permit professional activity in these areas.
The faculty believe that graduate education is most effective when the relationship between students and faculty is characterized by mutual respect, responsibility, and dedication to excellence. The graduate programs are founded on a deep and abiding respect for diversity in individuals, the ethical practice of psychology, and a commitment to service to others. These foundation themes are reflected in the selection of students, the coursework and training experiences offered, and the faculty who serve as role models and mentors.
The School for Adult Learning (SAL) at the University of Indianapolis can help you every step along the way as you plan to continue your education. SAL offers an accelerated evening degree program for adult students 24 years of age or older. The evening classes meet from 6:00-9:45 p.m. just one night per week. And financial aid is available.
So, what should you do if you want to transfer to the accelerated evening program at UIndy? Visit the SAL website, www.sal.uindy.edu. Click on apply now. Complete an admission application and a provisional permit to register form, either online or by a paper copy. Request official copies of your high school transcript (and GED transcript if applicable) and official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended. SAL will review your application and consider your admission to the University. If you're admitted, you will meet with an academic advisor to register for classes.
The winter term begins January 16, 2012. There is still time for you to be admitted and attend classes in January. If you would like to speak with the Admissions Coordinator, contact Laurie Daeger at ldaeger@uindy.edu or 317-788-3442. Let us know how we can help you make the move to the University of Indianapolis School for Adult Learning.
The University of Indianapolis in the city of Indianapolis, Indiana is a great place to consider when looking at clinical psychology graduate programs. The city of Indianapolis is the twelfth largest city in the US and the second largest city in the Midwest. It is a thriving metropolis that has burgeoned with corporate growth, cultural expansion and civic pride. The University of Indianapolis is just minutes from the central business district.
Indianapolis offers rich cultural and entertainment opportunities and boasts an impressive array of clubs, restaurants and cafes. Broad Ripple Village, Massachusetts Avenue and the Circle Centre areas offer the nightlife and energy you would expect from a major urban center. Indianapolis offers world-class museums, professional and civic theater groups, opera and symphony performances. The University of Indianapolis itself has a fine Baroque ensemble, art galleries and a radio station dedicated to jazz and classical music.
Indianapolis is also a sports hotbed featuring many professional and amateur sporting events. The city of Indianapolis will host the 2012 Super Bowl and the University of Indianapolis will play an important part in that event by having the NFC Champions practice in the newly built Athletics and Recreation Center on campus.
So, if you decide to come to Indianapolis for your doctoral degree in psychology or your psychology master's degree in addition to coming to a great school where you will receive high quality education, you will be able to find plenty to do in those times when you are not in class or studying hard.
10. Faculty who are committed to providing excellent teaching, research and service. 9. Students who excel academically and professionally. 8. Graduates who have gone on to lead and develop clinical organizations, supervise trainees and gain employment in all types of clinical settings. 7. Concentrations offered in the areas of child and adolescent, behavioral medicine/health psychology or adult psychopathology and psychotherapy. 6. A diverse curricula taught by experts in the modalities of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic or humanistic. 5. Attention to developing strong biopsychosocial conceptualization and clinical skills in our graduate students. 4. A well-planned curriculum that is continually being improved with new elective offerings. 3. Master's and doctoral practicum sites that provide remarkable training opportunities. 2. The conceptual tools and competencies relevant to the realities of practicing clinicians today. 1. Master's or doctoral training that will result in a solid professional identity, access to a network of skilled professionals and an outstanding repertoire of knowledge and skills.
People with degrees and careers human services -- social workers, volunteer coordinators, elder care providers, counselors, substance abuse specialists and nonprofit employees -- are increasing finding themselves more and more in need of project management skills. A new graduate certificate offered by UIndy can help.
Beginning in January 2012, the University of Indianapolis will offer a Graduate Certificate in Project Management for Human Services Professionals. This certificate, offered in a completely online format, is designed for professionals from the human service sector who have a bachelor's degree or higher in any discipline.
The three required courses (9 credit hours) are offered through the University’s Center for Aging & Community and must be taken in sequential order. The current cost per credit hour is $425. Program content is focused on project management skills applicable for any human services environment, not just those who work in aging services. Students who complete the certificate will be equipped to effectively plan, monitor and execute projects. In addition, they will gain practical project management skills they can immediately put into practice in their everyday work. The coursework will ensure students can successfully manage complex projects while assessing the strengths of others, balancing needs of various stakeholders, and completing projects on time and on budget. These skills and experiences will help students deliver the best possible product and emphasize their versatility as employees.
Students who begin the certificate program in January 2012 can expect to finish the program by the end of 2012. For more information about the Graduate Certificate in Project Management for Human Services Professionals, please visit http://cac.uindy.edu, call (317) 791-5930 or e-mail cac@uindy.edu.
As 2010 comes to an end, the new year is a time for new beginnings. Have you been thinking about returning to college? Check out the University of Indianapolis' School for Adult Learning(SAL) bachelor degree program. Classes meet just one night per week for five weeks. You've can find one night a week to go back to school! The majority of SAL students are 35-50 years old, work, and have life responsibilites, but they find one night per week to invest in themselves and their future by attending class.
You can earn a bachelor degree in Liberal Studies or Organizational Leadership. These degrees will open doors for you in the job market. SAL even has a Career Advisor on staff who will guide you through all aspects of finding a job, from career counseling, to writing a resume, to practicing for the interview. The SAL Career Advisor is just one of the services SAL offers students.
We can tell you about the SAL program, but we think our students say it better:
"There are a lot of different ways the School for Adult Learning works with you in order to help you get to the goals you want for your life." - Jonah Odum, Class of 2003
"There's never been an occasion where I had a question and the door wasn't always open." - Cindy Bell Class of 2007
"It is possible to do it no matter what your circumstances, and that's the wonderful thing about SAL." - Chris Renick Class of 2007
"I liked the fact that you had options." - Octavia Banner Class of 2006
Class begin January 16, 2012. Call Laurie Daeger, Admissions Coordinator, to get started or visit our website at www.sal.uindy.edu.
Struggling with understanding financial aid? Feel like the financial aid office speaks in their own language? Sometimes understanding some basic financial aid terms is all it takes to level the playing field.
The School of Psychological Sciences will be hosting an open house/information session on Friday, November 18, 2011. Anyone interested in learning about the doctoral degree in psychology or the psychology master's degree should plan to attend. The session will give you the opportunity to talk to faculty, staff and current students about our University of Indianapolis graduate psychology programs. If you need more information about the open house or would like to reserve a spot, please email your request to Dr. Margie Keaton at keatonma@uindy.edu.
Open House/Information Session
Friday, November 18, 2011
8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Good Hall Recital Hall (Room 105)
Continental breakfast and registration at 8:00 a.m.
University of Indianapolis iLEAD (educational leadership) faculty are continuing to develop modules to enhance our students’ collaboration with school leaders to keep our curriculum current and relevant for our students as we prepare them to lead 21st century schools. These units and other course updates are an ongoing project supported by our graduate faculty, several adjunct faculty, a superintendent and principal-in-residence, the Friends of iLEAD cadre, and our students’ mentors. Our principal preparation program is growing and changing.
When I began teaching at the University of Indianapolis in 1985, I could never have imagined in my wildest dreams that today, 27 years later, I would be: checking E-mail and responding to student question via a Smart phone, accessing some of the greatest lectures from some of the most prominent experts in the world via the Internet, teaching Online classes with students from all over the world from the comfort of my home, talking and actually seeing students via Skype as we discuss class projects, or reading blogs and wikis as a way of keeping current in my field. I was even very surprised to find an updated version of the original Bloom’s taxonomy that incorporates the aspect of digital resources. 
Amanda is a first year student in the clinical psychology doctoral program at the University of Indianapolis. She was asked to write about her experiences in the doctoral program to date: 
Practicum experiences are an integral part of the training sequence in clinical psychology at the University of Indianapolis. Practicum placements include a variety of sites such as inpatient mental health units, partial hospitalization programs, community mental health centers, correctional facilities, outpatient clinics, residential treatment programs, and private practice. In these placements students gain supervised experience in clinical assessment and testing, psychotherapy with various types of patients, collaboration and consultation with interdisciplinary teams, program development and evaluation, treatment planning and case management, and other aspects of professional psychology. Clinical practicum placements and training are coordinated through the Director of Clinical Training. To encourage depth of training, year-long placements are provided that allow students to integrate assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in a single setting. The 
students for the general, integrative practice of clinical psychology. Students develop capacities for thinking in a systematic and disciplined manner about clinical cases, theories, assessment, diagnosis, case conceptualization, intervention, problem solving and ethics. They learn to translate basic psychological science into clinical practice, judiciously consider various sources of data and weigh evidence from multiple sources, evaluate and modify beliefs based on evidence, be outcome-oriented and consider alternative viewpoints and perspectives. Scientific inquiry and research are viewed as improving critical thinking, and in the doctoral program the foundations of research design and statistics are well enough in place to permit professional activity in these areas. 
Friday, November 18, 2011. Anyone interested in learning about the 
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